SMANOW Running Boards for 2009-2018 Dodge Ram 1500 Crew Cab (19-24 Classic)

These running boards were surprisingly easy to install—no drama, no thrown tools, which is always a win. The quality is exactly what you’d hope for, and they’ve already proven themselves by surviving northern snow without a single hint of rust. They fit our Trail Boss perfectly, like they were made for it. Bonus: they don’t give the truck that “why does it suddenly look shorter?” vibe like some steps do—they actually keep that lifted, tough look intact. Even my son (a self-proclaimed truck enthusiast with two trucks to his name) is impressed and is now considering a set for his Ford with a 6-inch lift—which says a lot. Overall, solid, reliable, and good-looking—definitely a recommendation from me.

These running boards exceeded all expectations. Honestly I wasn’t expecting much because the price was so low compared to similar boards from bigger brands, But these were great. The fit and finish was perfect, the mounting hardware was better than my previous running boards from a big name manufacturer. The instructions were also better than expected and the install took me less than an hour. So far these boards feel pretty bomber but I can’t speak on durability as I just put these on my truck but they look great.

Fit my truck perfectly, no drilling required. I love the drop step, they are perfect for shorter people to step into my truck without compromising ground clearance

Great steps that looks real good but have had them on for 6 months and they are rusted.

These are very nice running boards, fit my 2012 Ram 1500 perfectly, not to bad to install. I can attest that they support at least 270 Lbs. The only recommendation to the company is mark the brackets for left and right side. I like the textured finish, shoes seem to grip the step well, (this winter will be the real test). They make it a lot easier to get in and out. (my wife is on the short side she loves them). I would recommend these steps.

Easy install. Simply start all bolts and leave them loose until they are all started. Line it up and tighten it down. Good looks. Well made. Even came with some extra hardware. ( yes I put all of it on)

My friend and I installed these on my Silverado in about 2 hours. The quality looks good, with the powder-coat covering every exposed surface including the welds. I don't see any spots that concern me as far as rust goes. It's strong, easily supporting my weight. The rails are specific, driver side versus passenger side. I didn't spot any markings to indicate which side is which, but the mounting points clearly aligned with only one side. The instructions also suggest you'll need five or six different sized wrenches / sockets. But really they only use two sizes on this kit for the Silverado. The position of the bolts that hold the rail to the brackets make them a little difficult to maneuver the wrench around, so I definitely recommend using a set of good open-end wrenches rather than a large, clunky adjustable wrench that will have trouble fitting around the bolts. During install, I did have to loosen a few bolts to nudge the rail into position and then retighten, which the instructions warned about. Tiny nit-pick, as usual the instructions contained some mistranslation and typos. These didn't prevent us from installing the rails properly.

Smanow BCKA-95365 Running Boards Review (Amazon) I just installed these running boards today (10/17/2025) on my 2019 Tundra Crew Max. The product is nice, with a solid feel and what appears to be a quality finish. I think it looks good on my truck. It seems to be well made and fits the factory mount points for running boards. Installation was straightforward with common hand tools: a ⅜” ratchet, 12mm,13mm, and 17mm sockets, and 3” and 6” extensions (the instructions advise AGAINST using any power tools). Reason for only 4 stars: The installation instructions, on the other hand, were awful. In addition to the always expected grammar and spelling errors, the dimensions and illustrations were ambiguous and contained a few important errors. This prolonged the installation process. For example, the dimensions shown on the step bars - used to distinguish the right from left - didn't reflect those of the product. That led me to mix them up - a fact I discovered only after partially installing one and discovering that the driver-center and driver-rear mounting holes didn't align with the brackets. I had to undo my work and swap the step bars. Another, relatively minor, error showed the threaded factory mounting spots as open, while mine had filler bolts installed that I had to remove. Not a big deal, but it cast doubt on whether I had identified the right spots, and also sent me back to my toolbox to get a 12mm wrench to remove them. I wish businesses that manufacture their products overseas would make a little effort to review and test the instructions using reasonable proxies for real customers!

I recently purchased a step board for my truck, and I couldn't be happier with my decision. The installation was straightforward, taking only about an hour with basic tools. The step board is sturdy and offers a solid grip, making it easy to access the truck bed without straining. The design complements my truck’s look, enhancing both functionality and aesthetics. It’s also made from high-quality materials, which gives me confidence in its durability. I've noticed that it makes getting in and out of the cab much more convenient, especially when I have gear to load or unload. Overall, this step board has been a great addition, improving my truck’s usability while adding a sleek touch. Highly recommend for anyone looking to enhance their vehicle!

super reforzados y fue fácil de Instalar y quedaron perfectamente en la camioneta

Just got these for my 2025 Chev 2500, really love the look these put off and how tight it sit to the truck. Very easy to installed and shipping was faster than I expected. I would definitely recommend this to anyone and I would order again in future.

Very happy with product and supplier. Package was huge but well wrapped inside so no chance of damage. Installation was very straightforward and I was able to do it myself in a few hours. The instructions were good enough to get the job done. They are quite sturdy and should last a long time.

I just installed them not sure how they’ll hold up but for how easy and how good they look I’m super happy with them.